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Syria's ex-President Bashar Assad sentenced to death 20 months after his regime fell

August 11, 2026 8:45 pm

Bashar Assad and his younger brother were sentenced to death in absentia over crimes against humanity and war crimes during Syria’s conflict.

The US and Iran have been exchanging airstrikes for six days now.

6 Iran bridges hit, war expands to Syria and Iraq: Latest updates in US-Iran war

July 17, 2026 2:23 pm

US President Trump has said that the US was 'winning big' in Iran and that the Americans would see the "fruits" of the ongoing military effort 'very, very shortly'.

Close shave for French President Emmanuel Macron as explosions rock Syria's Damascus

July 07, 2026 4:05 pm

Explosions were heard central Damascus near the hotel where French President Emmanuel Macron is staying during high-stakes diplomatic talks in Syria.

Why does Trump now want Syria to ‘take care of Hezbollah’?

June 18, 2026 4:36 pm

For decades, Syria and Hezbollah were close allies, linked through Iran. So, why has Trump sought Syria's help now? It has to do with not only Israeli military action, but also the US's changing relationship with Syria.

Former Syrian Vice President Rifaat Al-Assad, known as 'Butcher of Hama,' passes away at 88

January 21, 2026 9:09 pm

Rifaat al-Assad lived in exile in Europe for nearly 40 years and only returned to Syria in 2021 to avoid being arrested in France on charges of embezzlement.

Syria says 120 Islamic State detainees escaped prison; Kurdish website said 1,500 escaped

January 20, 2026 7:11 am

The Syrian army said "a number of" Islamic State militants ‌had escaped a prison that had been under ‌SDF control in the eastern city of Shaddadi, accusing the ‌SDF of ‍releasing them.

Syrian government announces a ceasefire with the Kurdish-led Syrian Democratic Forces

January 19, 2026 10:00 am

A cultural center in the city was turned into a temporary shelter for them. Residents of Qamishli expressed both hope and skepticism about the deal.

Syrian refugee, LGBTQ+ community, HIV, Gujarat High Court,

‘Fear for life in home country’: Syrian LGBTQ+ man moves Gujarat HC seeking Long Term Visa

January 16, 2026 10:01 pm

Petition, filed jointly by him and his 33-year-old Indian partner, says he belongs to Alawite community which has been target of recent killings and that LGBTQ+ community is "at an increased risk of violence” in Syria

US and allies launch large-scale strikes on Islamic State in Syria after attack that killed 3 Americans

January 11, 2026 7:01 am

Military says it targeted the jihadist group throughout Syria in response to attack on US and Syrian troops in Palmyra.

Protesters clash in Syria after deadly Alawite mosque bombing

December 28, 2025 7:28 pm

Officials have said that preliminary investigations indicate that explosive devices were planted inside the mosque in Homs, but authorities haven't publicly identified a suspect yet in Friday's bombing.

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2024 in rewind: Elections, conflicts, and space exploration

December 30, 2024 8:34 pm

The year 2024 was marked by upheavals, political wins and upsets, even as disasters and military conflict reshaped the world.

In Pics | US, regional diplomats vow to support ‘peaceful transition process’ in Syria after Assad

December 15, 2024 2:19 am

The meetings occurred as regional and global powers scramble for influence over whatever government replaces Assad, forced to flee a week ago.

In pictures | Victory rally in Damascus held to mark Syria's liberation

December 14, 2024 3:52 am

In the capital, crowds assembled at the Umayyad Mosque for prayers before joining jubilant victory rallies called by rebel leaders.

In Pics: Syrian communities globally celebrate end of Assad's rule

December 09, 2024 11:51 am

Communities in Finland, Sweden, Turkey, and other countries have taken to the streets, waving Syrian flags and rejoicing at the dawn of a new era.

In pics: Rebels claim victory in Damascus, marking new era in Syrian civil war

December 08, 2024 12:08 pm

The fall of Homs came as a major blow to the Syrian govt as it severed Damascus from the coastal region that is the stronghold of Assad’s Alawite sect and where his Russian allies have a naval and air base.

Syrian rebels make gains, seize control of Aleppo amid ongoing conflict

December 03, 2024 12:41 pm

Syrian rebels launched a surprise attack on Aleppo, seizing control of the city and capturing over 50 towns and villages in northwestern Syria. This bold move marks the first time since 2016 that opposition forces have gained territory in Aleppo.

Orphaned by earthquake, Syrian kids find home at makeshift shelters

February 12, 2023 2:46 pm

Children without families in Turkey are currently being taken care of in state institutions and placed with registered foster families

India joins Turkey earthquake rescue efforts as toll tops 24,000

February 11, 2023 2:19 pm

To help Turkey with the rescue mission and medical aid, India had launched Operation Dost—a Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Relief (HADR) mission with NDRF and Army teams reaching Turkey within hours of the disaster.